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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Garretville, IA
If your loved one needs memory care in Garretville, A Place for Mom can help. With 13 memory care facilities in Garretville, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Garretville incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Garretville memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Garretville, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Drake, Waveland Park and Merle Hay.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Des Moines, West Des Moines and Macksburg.
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Independent Village of Waukee ( IA) offered a Continuum of care! Independent Living (my father using now after our mother passed [date removed]) She started in Assisted Living and was transferred to Skilled...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Independence Village, everything we do is for you. From personalized services to help you make the most of every day to menus crafted with a mix of old favorites and new options, fulfilling your wants and needs is our highest priority. Our community offers independent living, assisted living,...
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Adel Assisted Living was very easy to work with and everyone was very friendly and helpful. It is nice and quiet but they do have activities. The fact they have 24 hour medical personnel available is a...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in the City of Adel, these apartments feature spacious living accommodations in a relaxing atmosphere. The 24-unit project at Adel Assisted Living also offers community areas for socializing and delicious meals. Wesley Services provides 24 hour on-site staff to...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Edgewater, a WesleyLife community, is characterized by quality that is second to none and our commitment to making every part of life a positive experience.We believe that: Real Wellness promotes good health for your entire mind, body and spirit.True Hospitality encourages personal choice and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Spurgeon Manor offers many levels of care: townhouses, independent apartment living, residential care, skilled and intermediate nursing care, including an Alzheimer’s unit. Residents currently living in our townhouses and independent apartments are privileged to preferential access to...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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We have really been happy with the friendliness of the staff members. Our loved one says nice things about the care she is getting, and every time we come to visit she is clean, well dressed and nails always...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Garretville, IA
The average cost of senior living in Garretville is $4,538 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Menlo, IA with an average of $2,386 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Garretville, IA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Garretville, IA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Garretville
Recent reviews for memory care in Garretville
Bickford of Urbandale
5.0
My husband was only at the community a few days. The staff at Bickford were supportive, helpful and took care of everything. They encouraged him to participate in some of the daily activities. The community is clean and I would recommend it.
Arbor Springs in West Des Moines, IA
5.0
My loved one had been at this facility for quite a while, and they did an excellent job looking after her. The care they provided here was very good, and the staff were all friendly and professional. The care provided here was a bit more than what she ended up needing and so we looked into other ...
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA
5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Garretville memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garretville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garretville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Garretville memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Garretville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Garretville, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.3%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.4%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Garretville memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Garretville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Garretville, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.4%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.4%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Garretville memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Garretville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garretville, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
43.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
49.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Garretville memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Garretville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garretville, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garretville memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Garretville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garretville, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Independence Village of Waukee, Walnut Ridge and MorningStar at Jordan Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Garretville, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 13 memory care facilities near Garretville, Iowa. See the full list.
The 13 memory care facilities near you in Garretville, Iowa typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Garretville, Iowa, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Garretville, Iowa, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Garretville, Iowa ranges from $100 to $39002. The average Memory Care cost in Garretville, Iowa is $4,538. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Garretville, Iowa typically starts at $100. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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